Lessons from the Product Trenches

For the last couple of years I was working for myself, splitting my time between data visualization contract work and running a handful of small product companies. I initially thought that the product companies would be a breeze compared to demanding clients and tight deadlines — boy was I mistaken! In this talk, I will examine some of the lessons I’ve learned and skills that I’ve acquired from running my own businesses, and how those skills have benefitted me in my professional work.